Originally Posted by
liking quilting
I've heard something similar to that, too. White f.w. were the last ones made where the black older ones have a better reputation. Can't say that from personal experience, as I only have the black one!
thanks for the input
Originally Posted by
SusieQOH
I have both and prefer my black one. It runs a lot better.
thanks for the input. Did you notice any change in internal designs? What about quality?
Well, after searching. I think I may have found a major change of the white featherweight and it is heartbreaking.
Saw this one website
https://www.stillstitching.com/2018/...herweight.html
The most significant mechanical difference in the white 221K is its internal belt-drive, a striking change from other Featherweights which rely on a shaft and metal gears. The belt-drive has stood the test of time as problems related to the belt appear rare, so this engineering choice shouldn't necessarily be considered a deficiency.
This means that the singer featherweight has uses two belts. One for the motor and metal drive shaft. It same same as singers walking foot machine.
This website shows it all
https://singer-featherweight.com/blo...herweight-221k
Maybe the tan color is a better choice but nothing beats the free arm featherweight.